conj
Meaning 1
As; like; in the way that.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- We don't party the way we used to. We got older and smarter!
Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
the way
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conj
Meaning 2
Because of how.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
Examples
- When she walked onstage, you'd think there was a fire the way everyone was screaming.
- Call me a housewife the way I'm cooking 🔥🔥🔥.
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Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
Ellipsis of in the (same) way (that).